Canals Of Ohio: A History And Tour Guide

by Boone Triplett

Summary of Ohio's 1,000-mile long canal system, which was started in 1825 and closed after the 1913 flood. Primarily a tour guide that describes canal structures remaining in the field with a fair amount of local history also included. Eleven chapters cover Ohio's 11 primary canal Ohio & Erie, Walhonding, Muskingum, Hocking, Miami & Erie, Warren County, Wabash & Erie, Pennsylvania & Ohio, Sandy & Beaver, Cincinnati & Whitewater, and Milan. Approximately 240 photos. 18 full page maps. Indexed.

282 pages, Paperback

First published August 14, 2008

Reviews

[Amy]

A fascinating look at the various canals that ran through Ohio including the towns that they passed through, the locks, culverts, feeders and more!